Leerhsen replaces Dominique Swain, who dropped out of the project because of scheduling conflicts. The film is part of a three-year deal for Maverick, Angel Baby and Slamdance to finance and co-produce each year's horror contest winner. Overseen by Slamdance's John Stoddard and Baxter, the submission deadline for the next contest is Nov. 21. The winner will be announced in January at the Slamdance awards ceremony in Park City.